Obituaries

Virginia De La O

Oct 10, 2024

Obituary for Virginia DeLaO

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Virginia "Ginny" DeLaO, an extraordinary woman who lived a remarkable 86 years. Born in the sprawling landscapes of rural northern New Mexico, Virginia's journey was one filled with love, laughter, resilience, and unwavering independence.

Virginia was a devoted mother to five children:...

Lloyd Klein

Oct 9, 2024

Lloyd Klein passed away on Wednesday, October 9, 2024. He is survived by daughter Diana Adams and her husband Keith, Richard Klein and his wife Lori, Daniel Klein and his wife Tina and Thomas Klein. He is also survived by his brother Ronald Klein. He leaves behind 12 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. The family wishes to thank everyone at Morningstar...

John Minks (Maj.USAF, Ret.)

Oct 9, 2024

John Minks (Maj.USAF, Ret.) navigated his last C-130 Hercules flight on October 9th, 2024 succumbing to lung cancer and Parkinson’s disease. John avoided being drafted (by seven days) in 1967 by joining the Air Force after graduating from the University of Texas at Austin with a BS in Geology. He served in Vietnam from 1969 to 1972 as a navigator...

Mark Ethier

Oct 8, 2024

Mark Emmons Ethier passed away unexpectedly in his sleep on October 8, 2024. He was born on September 20, 1945 in Wakefield MI to Donald and Eileen (Laakso) Ethier. He served in the US Air Force from 1965 to 1971 before graduating from University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point with a Masters in Audiology.

Mark believed in people and...

Sarah Marie De Lorenzo

Oct 8, 2024

Life Story of Sarah Marie De Lorenzo

Sarah was born on March 11, 1925 in Trinidad Colorado. Her parents are Leo Gonzales and Ascencion (Mary) Benavidez Gonzales. She was the oldest of 4 children. Sarah graduated from Trinidad High School in 1943 and married Bernard Richard Espinosa, also of Trinidad, shortly after graduation. Richard was in the Army and was killed...

Kyle Greer

Oct 7, 2024

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Kyle Eugene Greer. Born in February of 1991, Kyle and his twin brother were welcomed by parents, Christopher and Ronna Greer in Albuquerque, NM.

After graduation, Kyle spent his days pouring his love and light into everything his hands touched. His gentle soul was a magnet for children and dogs. Nursing...

Dolly Ann Kelly

Oct 6, 2024

Dolores Ann Kelly embraced almost 94 years of life with a smile on her lips, a song in her heart, and a question on her mind. She passed away early in the morning on Sunday, October 6, 2024.

 Dolly, the daughter of Rufus and Albena Miller, was born October 31, 1930 in California, moved to Albuquerque as a child, and attended...

Robert Leighninger

Oct 5, 2024

Robert Allan Leighninger, 94, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on Saturday, October 5, 2024, after a long struggle with various illnesses. Robert was born to Ralph and Wilma Leighninger in Newcomerstown, Ohio on Monday, June 23, 1930. He grew up in nearby Coshocton, Ohio which fostered a humble and thoughtful perspective that he carried on throughout his life. Robert...

Shirley Gallamore

Oct 5, 2024

Shirley J. Gallamore, known for her unwavering strength and boundless love, passed away peacefully at the age of 81 on October 5, 2024, with family at her home in Evergreen, Colorado. She was born on June 7, 1943, in Lockney, Texas to A.L. and Imogene Smith.

Shirley was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Lt.Commander John Gallamore, her father and...

Frank Joseph Hink

Oct 5, 2024

Frank Joseph Hink, was born in Odebolt, IA on December 8, 1941, and passed away on October 05, 2024, at the age of 82 in at the VA Hospice Unit in Albuquerque, NM. Fr. Francis Bijoy gave Frank his Last Rights, and the nurses gave him a beautiful military service.

Frank joined the Navy on October 18, 1960. He was stationed...

Carlos Valenzuela Segura

Oct 4, 2024

Carlos German Valenzuela Segura, amado esposo, padre, abuelo y amigo, partió en paz el 4 de octubre de 2024, a la edad de 88 años.

Nacido el 13 de Enero de 1936 en Moniquirá, Colombia, hijo de Eusebio Valenzuela y Blanca Segura, German creció con una gran pasión por la música (acordeón), el deporte (bicicleta) y una profunda curiosidad...

David Goude

Oct 3, 2024

Dave Goude was born to medical missionary parents in Nigeria, Africa on September 24th, 1959, and there spent the first six years of his life. He lived the majority of his life in Southern California and only recently moved to New Mexico.

On August 15, Dave and his wife, Elizabeth, celebrated their 42nd wedding anniversary. On September 24 he turned sixty-five....

Ascencion "Chona" Mares

Oct 3, 2024

Born in a rural part of Guadalupe County (Colonias), New Mexico, Chona grew up on a working ranch along with her 8 siblings. The fourth in line of the Sisneros family, she helped with chores, including traveling to Greeley, Colorado to help pick beets to add to the family coffers. The work was difficult and eventually led to a life-...

Peter Campbell

Oct 3, 2024

Peter A. Campbell

Peter A. Campbell age 56 passed away on October 3, 2024.  Peter was born to Mike and Peggy Campbell in Aurora, IL. on December 15, 1967, where he was raised with his two sisters Anne Bredow and Deborah Elmquist.  Peter was a beloved husband to Leslie Campbell and a cherished father to Ethan Campbell (Vanessa), Erin Martinez and...

Matteo (Matt) Buscema

Oct 2, 2024

Matteo was born in Hackensack, New Jersey on May 7, 1941, and passed away on October 2, 2024. He and his wife, Frances, were married 62 years, and were blessed with two children, Lisa Ann Womack and Vincent Matthew Buscema: six grandchildren, thirteen great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild.

Matt was fifth generation custom furniture designer and builder having learned from his father...

Maurice Carpenter

Oct 2, 2024

Maurice “Morey” Carpenter was born on July 20th, 1941, in San Diego, California, and passed away peacefully on October 2, 2024, at home with his wife, son and daughter by his side. 

He is predeceased by his parents, Maurice Layton, and Josephine Carpenter, and brother Larry Carpenter. Maurice is survived by his beautiful wife of 62 years, Susan L Carpenter, sisters...

Clarita "Clara" Chavez - Lopez

Oct 2, 2024

Clarita "Clara" Chávez-Lopez, age 98, passed away 10/02/2024

 She is preceded in death by her husband Orlando Lopez, and sons Felipe and Gilbert Lopez; her grandsons; Andrew Padilla, Clifford (Jr.) Abeita and parents Elias Chavez, Felis Rael-Chavez; seven siblings, Oralia Otero, Wences Chávez, Armida Otero, Merlinda Perea, Eddie, Edwin and Elmer Chávez.

Clarita is survived by her daughters Berlinda Lopez-Rabe (Robert Valdiviez),...

John D. Herrera

Oct 2, 2024

John D. Herrera was born on April 28, 1944, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and passed away peacefully at the age of 80 on Wednesday, October 2, 2024, at home with his wife and daughters by his side.

He is predeceased by his parents, Juan De Dios and Soila Nolasco Herrera. John is survived by his devoted wife of 56 years, Dolores...

Jeanette Evelyn Smith

Oct 1, 2024

Jeanette Evelyn Smith was born in Rockdale, IN on Dec. 21, 1918, and entered eternal rest in her heavenly home in her sleep at her home in Albuquerque, NM on Oct. 1, 2024, with her daughter, Linda, by her side. Jeanette’s funeral will take place on Friday, Nov. 15, 2024 at 2 p.m. at French Funerals, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE...